Vitamin C

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Posted by MelissaW

WHY ALL VITAMIN C IS NOT THE SAME

With many vitamin C products on the market today, it is important to choose a topical antioxidant serum with an effective formulation.  When it comes to scientific proof behind skincare, SkinCeuticals sets the standard with published, peer-reviewed science supporting the efficacy of our topical antioxidant serums.

Studies at Duke University show that an effective topical vitamin C possess the follwing characteristics

IT MUST CONTAIN PURE L-ASCORBIC ACID

Derivatives of vitamin C such as ascorbyl palmitate and magnesium ascorbyl phosphate are not absorbed by the skin or converted into vitamin C in high enough concentrations to have a significant effect.

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Blemish + Age Defense

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 Fight Acne,  Fight Aging with

 Blemish__Age_Defense.jpgBlemish & Age Defense

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ADULT ACNE AFFECTS 25% OF MEN AND 50% OF WOMEN

The first-to-market acid combination featuring Dioic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Capryloyl Acid(LHA), Glycolic Acid and Citric Acid.

Dioic Acid controls sebum production; reduces the presence of acne causing        bacteria, P. Acnes; and helps prevent hyperpigmentation.

Salicylic Acid unclogs pores, removing dirt and oil that lead to breakouts     

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